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Cross-Laminated Timber Pavilion Featuring Charred Shingles as a Community Learning Space
Cross-Laminated Timber Pavilion Featuring Charred Shingles as a Community Learning Space
Lingyun Zhu, Lu Wang, Qiao Feng
With its distinctive cross-laminated timber structure and charred wooden shingles, this community library not only embraces sustainable design but also fosters a collaborative space for learning and cultural engagement.
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Light-Filled Reading Room Crafted With Integral LED Cubes and Sustainable Timber Framework
Light-Filled Reading Room Crafted With Integral LED Cubes and Sustainable Timber Framework
Christianna Bennett, Tricia Huang, Jonah Fields
Crafted with integral LED light cubes and a sustainable timber framework, this luminous reading room seamlessly blends natural light with user-centered design, creating an inviting space for community engagement and literary exploration.
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Transparent Plexiglass Enclosure With Lightweight Steel Framework for Communal Reading Spaces
Transparent Plexiglass Enclosure With Lightweight Steel Framework for Communal Reading Spaces
Albert Manhertz, Lilla Bukovácz
Constructed with a lightweight steel framework and transparent plexiglass, the design reinterprets traditional communal reading spaces, inviting interaction and engagement within a modern, eco-friendly environment.
yurt reading community modular sustainable urban library public flexible engagement
Dynamic Water Wall and Stone Cladding in a Community Library For Enhanced User Engagement
Dynamic Water Wall and Stone Cladding in a Community Library For Enhanced User Engagement
Sherif Khaled, Kamal Amgad, Ahmad Abd El-Aziz, Ahmed Hafez
With its dynamic colored water wall and intricately layered stone facade, the library not only embodies the rich heritage of Moroccan design but also fosters community engagement through thoughtfully crafted spaces for learning and interaction.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glass Facades in a Community-Centric Library Design
Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glass Facades in a Community-Centric Library Design
Mario Clemente Rossi, Katia Carli, Veronica Insana, Eleonora Secco
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and expansive glass facades, the library serves as a dynamic community hub designed to enhance knowledge exchange and foster social interaction.
library community education sustainability public interior space natural interaction knowledge
Spiral Circulation and Glass Facades Enhance Community Learning Environment
Spiral Circulation and Glass Facades Enhance Community Learning Environment
jaewoong Pyo, doyeon Kim, daeun Kim, minji Kwak
The octagonal design, characterized by transparent glass facades and vibrant colors, invites children and families into a multifunctional library that fosters community engagement and a love for learning.
casablanca library education children community literacy cultural innovation public interior
Mild Steel Frames and Wood Slats Create an Engaging Urban Library Experience
Mild Steel Frames and Wood Slats Create an Engaging Urban Library Experience
Isaiah Scharen
With its mild steel frames and sustainable wood slats, this urban library redefines public space through a modular design that fosters community engagement and invites exploration.
san francisco library public space community modular sustainable reading interaction urban greeneries
Plywood Pavilion With Folding Roof Serves As A Portable Community Library
Plywood Pavilion With Folding Roof Serves As A Portable Community Library
Antonia Wern, Julian Lengert
Crafted from plywood with a versatile folding roof, this portable library not only enhances community interaction but also redefines outdoor reading spaces in urban environments.
library cultural community portable switzerland public interactive modular sustainability space
Jali-Lattice Facade and Skylit Spaces in a Community Library Constructed with Concrete and Glass
Jali-Lattice Facade and Skylit Spaces in a Community Library Constructed with Concrete and Glass
PRABHNOOR SINGH
With a captivating jali-lattice façade that allows for natural ventilation and an abundance of daylight, the library redefines community engagement through its innovative use of concrete and glass, serving as a dynamic hub for learning and cultural activities.
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Augmented Reality Experience Enhanced by Concrete and Glass Integration in Urban Library Design
Augmented Reality Experience Enhanced by Concrete and Glass Integration in Urban Library Design
Marcos De Andres, Reda Zakaria, Minerva de Leon Rodriguez, Mona Sarreshtehdarzadeh
Uniting augmented reality with natural elements, this urban library in Casablanca utilizes concrete and glass to create an engaging community space dedicated to remembrance and knowledge sharing.
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Public library featuring a tessellated roof and a blend of glass and steel elements for community engagement
Public library featuring a tessellated roof and a blend of glass and steel elements for community engagement
Jankin Davies Go, Jankin Davies Go, Francis Ian Malone, Steven Adrianne Chua, Angeleen Adaptar
This public library seamlessly integrates a tessellated roof design with a transparent glass façade and robust steel columns, creating a vibrant hub for community interaction and learning within an urban setting.
library community education urban public space cultural hub learning reading interactive facilities
Perforated Concrete Panels and Laminated Wood Define a Dynamic Urban Library
Perforated Concrete Panels and Laminated Wood Define a Dynamic Urban Library
ISMAEL MARTIN, JORGE LEON, RUBEN RUBERTE, CARLOS SOTO
With its intricate perforated concrete panels creating a play of light and shadow alongside warm laminated wood interiors, the design redefines the library experience as a vibrant community hub in the heart of Casablanca.
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